Roof Flashing

Why is Roof Flashing Necessary? What Does it Do?

Roof Flashing

Roof flashing is an essential component of your roof. It secures the joints and edges of your roof as well as places where water accumulates like valleys between roof sections. High-quality flashing that is properly installed will direct water away from the vulnerable roofing area and towards the water drainage system.

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Prevent Roof Collapse

Look for These Signs Before a Roof Collapse

Prevent Roof Collapse

Roofs typically deteriorate over time because of their reliance on structural support and exposure to moisture and the elements. If you don’t maintain and care for your property’s roof, eventually, it will collapse.

A roof does not, however, collapse overnight. A collapsing roof is the result of multiple structural issues that develop over time. Long before a roof collapse, it will exhibit warning signs that indicate the need for a repair job. In this post, Nelson Contracting will be discussing the signs that you should look for before a roof collapse.

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Metal Roof Inspection

Why You Should Have Your Roof Inspected

Metal Roof Inspection

Keeping your roof well-maintained is critical to ensuring it keeps you protected for a long time. A roof replacement is one of the most expensive and time-consuming repairs a homeowner ever faces. Just like with your car, it’s important to regularly inspect your roof to keep it in tip-top shape.

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Installing New Roof Tiles

Why You Shouldn’t Work on Your Own Roof

Installing New Roof Tiles

Plenty of homeowners out there pride themselves on keeping and caring for their own house. Some folks love to do all their own landscaping, all their own painting, or even build their own decks and lawn pieces. Plus, all of us like to save a few bucks. However, when it comes to dealing with your roof, there’s just no good excuse for doing things on your own. Read more

Reroofing Your Home

Is Cleaning My Roof Necessary?

Cleaning A Roof

Any proud homeowner wants to keep their most valuable asset looking its best. Whenever your paint starts to chip, or your siding starts to fade, you feel the pressure to call a painter or contractor to come fix it. After all, the neighbors can all see! Read more

Leaky Skylight

How to Fix a Leaky Skylight on My Roof

Leaky Skylight

You’ve just installed a skylight in your home, and you absolutely love it. Waking up reading the newspaper and eating breakfast underneath the warm and vibrant sun is a great way to start your morning. Then, a few months after installation, you notice it’s leaking.

Skylights continue to grow in popularity among homeowners all across the country because they can take the appearance and feel of your home to the next level. Unfortunately, as with anything to do with your roof, sometimes leaks happen, and they require your immediate attention. Read more

roof maintenance

Roof Maintenance: Why Should You Take It Seriously?

Did you know that regularly maintained roofs last 50% longer than those that only get checked when there is leakage? Scheduling routine inspections semi-annually, before, and after the most damaging season of the year can make your roof last as long as possible. Read more

gaf lifetime roofing system

Why Replace Your Old Roof with a GAF Asphalt Shingle System

According to the “Cost Vs. Value Report” from Remodeling magazine, roofing replacement registered a 71.1% return on investment. It’s one of the top 10 most value-adding improvements among all midrange home projects in America. Does your Lincoln area home need a complete roof replacement? Call Nelson Contracting 402-641-5277. Read more

gutter performance

Factors That Affect Your Gutters’ Performance

Did you know wour gutters’ performance is not solely reliant on their material and shape. If you did we’d be surprised! There are many factors that affect your gutter and downspout performance. Nelson Contracting, the premier expert in seamless gutters in Lincoln, NE, discusses some these factors below. Read more

Gaf Home Remodeler

How GAF’s Virtual Home Remodeler Works

When visualizing your new exterior, GAF’s Virtual Home Remodeler is the only tool you need. Packed with interactive and intuitive features, everything you need to explore the brand’s extensive product selection will be right at your fingertips.

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